My main problem with the old model was powerless on off center shots sth that does not happen with PD. Also the ball needed a lot of brushing otherwise it got enough height and lots of balls went out.... any tester to comment on those 2 issues for the new model ?
Why did it take you 5 mintues to adjust on the Volleys ? Was it because it is harder to maneuver than your usual frame ? meaning Aero was Less maneuverable than your usual frame ?? Also did you try returning really fast flat serves and see if the frame could quickly meet the fast ball coming at you ?
Imho, to get the best out of the 2013 APD, the player really had to use their entire body (ie legs, hips, body rotation) to produce penetrating shots. The stock 2013 specs punished players who expected the stick to help them to generate pace and depth esp. on serves, flat ground strokes and touch volleys. For me there was a simple way to cure this ... add more weight to the racquet ... and work on better movement to get to the ball earlier.
Any issues with arm pain ? Plays and feels softer with more plush ? Did you find more plow compared to the old one ?
I think you need to use your entire body to get the best out of any racquet on groundstrokes, even a powerhouse like the pure drive. same goes for footwork and timing. It is a 300 g/10.6 oz racquet, though, so it's gonna play like one in terms of plow, power level, etc. If you play at a higher level, you'll probably need to add weight. If you play at a lower level, the lighter weight will be an advantage because it will increase your RHS.
just going on record again saying that I really like the frame and find it useful for all aspects of an all-court game.![]()
Babolat skin feel grip, 3 inches of lead total on 3 o clock and 3 inches total on 9 o clock. For the lead placement I used inch and a half strips, 4 in all. Weight is about 12.1 oz so it's not that much different from stock weight but plow through is a lot better and it hits a heavier ball with the added weight@FoldingChair In what way have you modified your Yonex Ai 98. Just wanted to check that so that I can understand the comparisons you are making better. Thank you.
I think you need to use your entire body to get the best out of any racquet on groundstrokes, even a powerhouse like the pure drive. same goes for footwork and timing. It is a 300 g/10.6 oz racquet, though, so it's gonna play like one in terms of plow, power level, etc. If you play at a higher level, you'll probably need to add weight. If you play at a lower level, the lighter weight will be an advantage because it will increase your RHS.
just going on record again saying that I really like the frame and find it useful for all aspects of an all-court game.![]()
Nate, if you ever try a 2013 APD, you will know what Karma Tennis is talking about. It does not hit with anywhere near the power of a pure drive IMO. The SW is lighter and it hits more of a loopy ball and it was very difficult for me to flatten shots. Thus, you had to put everything into a ball if you wanted to hit a winner. This could have been due to the fact that I used volkl cyclone 16 at 55lbs, so maybe I could have benefited from a hybrid setup or a lower tension. Either way, with the new Pure Aero, I get a more penetrating ball, likely due the increased SW and the more open string pattern. I am looking forward to getting out with it again.
I apologize if my question is confusing. I am so used to comparing frame to frame. I never used Head before so only thing I can compare to is 2013 Aero. and I have difficult time understanding something with no frame to reference to. So in maneuverability rating for Volleys, what score would you give out of 10 points. 8 out of 10 ? 9 out of 10 ?I can't tell if you're serious. I think my opinion has been clearly set forth more than once, but you keep trying to reverse it and force me to admit that it's really not a maneuverable frame. And for whatever reason you do not want it to be a more maneuverable frame, perhaps because of this unreasonable fixation on the change in swing weight from last year's model. You even changed my "5 seconds" to "5 minutes" so that the point of the volleys portion of my review flew right over your head like a 747. It really does not make any difference to me whether you trust my findings or not, I'm just reporting my personal opinions on the frame. Seriously, I do not care. The Pure Aero can be whatever you want it to be. But for the record I think it's very useful as an all-court frame, and I had no trouble adjusting to it from the Speed MP (which is a quick and lively frame). My answer's gonna be the same no matter how many overgrips are put on the racquet.
Ric,
We only got our playtest samples last week so we are currently in the process of playtesting them. The video should be up in around a week with the written to be ready to go by the in stock date.
Thanks
Brittany, TW
I see how the word T*nn*sXpres* got blocked out. Thats a bit unrealistic. Everyone knows they exist. What happened to freedom of speech ?![]()
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Can you post a pic without the cardboard spec sheet and give us a pic showing the more open pattern? Thanks much for your time!
Their reviews are always pretty crappy. TW's are always better.Okay, just wanted to share that ************** peeps copied you all and did already did and posted a video review. I might add that it is the worst review I have seen from anyone ever. So unprofessional and did not address almost most of the things that we all as players are looking to hear about.
This info is posted in my different threads but it is available in Nov and whereas the pure aero is 300g unstrung, the tour is 315 grams and it will be a bit more headlight so that the SW will not be so big. I think a good estimate is about a 335-338 SW.Two quick questions
I have read the pure aero tour is also in this new line of racquets. However, Babolat has not released that yet, so my questions is?
1. Do you know when that is available for sale?
2. What is the key differences between pure aero and pure aero tour?
this was supposed to say 'many' different threads, not 'my'. Why can't I edit my posts?This info is posted in my different threads but it is available in Nov and whereas the pure aero is 300g unstrung, the tour is 315 grams and it will be a bit more headlight so that the SW will not be so big. I think a good estimate is about a 335-338 SW.
this was supposed to say 'many' different threads, not 'my'. Why can't I edit my posts?
Tours always have more weight and swingweight than standard versions...Thanks! So the tour will have a swing weight of 335-338 and you are saying thats not that big. However, thats more than pure areo which per the TW website has a swing weight of 327.
Am I missing something?
Tours always have more weight and swingweight than standard versions...
Whoa! I have only been using it for about a week!Okay, thanks! Now I guess I have to decide if I get pure aero or the tour? Have been using the pure aero since last 3 years!
Whoa! I have only been using it for about a week!![]()
I was also curious as to "how many did they receive they stick" as well. Hurt my hammie the day before I got mine, but was still able to get out once last week. My calf on the same leg is now hurting me probably because I have been compensating for the hammie and stressing surrounding body parts. I am good enough to play though and will hit tonight and Wednesday. I am on here every day so I will post after each session. Our formal reviews are not due until 9/25 so I won't be writing my full one until then but I will be on here to comment often until then.The thread is so poor on people's opinions. How many did they receive they stick ? Either BABOLAT send the stick to 2-3 people or they choose wrong testers that don't play often....
I was also curious as to "how many did they receive they stick" as well. Hurt my hammie the day before I got mine, but was still able to get out once last week. My calf on the same leg is now hurting me probably because I have been compensating for the hammie and stressing surrounding body parts. I am good enough to play though and will hit tonight and Wednesday. I am on here every day so I will post after each session. Our formal reviews are not due until 9/25 so I won't be writing my full one until then but I will be on here to comment often until then.
Does anyone know the tie offs for a 2 piece job on this racquet? I cut out the string without looking at the tie off points and I'm assuming they're different from the 2013
Two quick questions
I have read the pure aero tour is also in this new line of racquets. However, Babolat has not released that yet, so my questions is?
1. Do you know when that is available for sale?
2. What is the key differences between pure aero and pure aero tour?
Much appreciated!Hey FoldingChair, the stringing pattern for the Pure Aero is as follows:
Main skips: 7, 9 T ; 7,9H
Main Tie-offs: 6T
Cross Tie-offs: 5H, 8T
It's also important to note that part of the new Aeromodular system includes a more aerodynamic stringing pattern. At the top of the hoop is a label for which side to start the crosses. It's important to start on this side as it will allow the crosses to sit within grooves on the outside of the bumper when exiting the stringbed before turning around the hoop to reenter the string bed. Otherwise, the strings will be more exposed on the outside of the hoop. I'm happy to elaborate with pictures if necessary.
Was it in the comments of the youtube vid? I looked but didn't see it. It has been a long time coming so I am very interested...FedAce has been trolled by Babolat and it's a beautiful read.
The thread is so poor on people's opinions. How many did they receive they stick ? Either BABOLAT send the stick to 2-3 people or they choose wrong testers that don't play often....
sounds very promising! i've been playing exclusively with modded Storm GTs (tailweighted to make them more HL) for over a year which is unprecedented loyalty to 1 racquet for me. i may have to demo the new Pure Aero when it becomes available. Too bad JGads left for the other coast otherwise, i'm sure he'd be ordering a demo box with one of these for us to try.I am waiting to write a review with more hitting time under my belt. But I will say it is a solid frame with better comfort than APD.